Heritage is a social construction rooted in modern and contemporary societies. It is commonly a positive assessment of many elements of the physical and human environment (e.g. ecosystems and landscapes, monuments, customs, gender norms, religious practices, gastronomy, and livelihoods). Heritage and tourism are strongly related to each other in that heritage gives rise to tourist attractions and activities, and tourism enhances the designation of heritage sites. Non-human animals (hereaft...

Una biografía importante por la nueva documentación que incorpora para la comprensión de la figura de Hannah Arendt.¿Por qué una nueva biografía de Hannah Arendt?Porque el autor ha tenido acceso a documentación hasta ahora desconocida, que permite explorar nuevos ángulos y enriquecer la comprensión de una de las pensadoras más relevantes de la historia contemporánea. Porque presta especial atención a dos momentos cruciales de la vida de Arendt: su estancia ...

La vida y obra de Thomas Hobbes, uno de los filósofos más influyentes de la historia, fundador del pensamiento político moderno.Thomas Hobbes fue un pensador controvertido en la historia de la filosofía. Ya en su época se hizo famoso por sus extraordinarios conocimientos de física, matemáticas, geometría, filosofía y teología. Sus contemporáneos lo admiraron por su saber, pero igualmente lo temieron y hasta lo odiaron, esto último debido a la contundencia y al radic...

Dr. Thomas Cornelius Jeffords was a man ahead of his time-a doctor, dentist, and farmer who left an indelible mark on the heart of Georgia. Doctor Dentist Farmer: The Legacy of Thomas Cornelius Jeffords delves into the life of this remarkable man, capturing his journey from a young student in Waresboro to a respected medical professional in Sylvester. Through the eyes of his great-niece, Julia Ann Jeffords, readers are invited into a world of Southern tradition, family loyalty, and the rel...

The future of business growth is digital. Are you prepared?Digital marketers tap into an unprecedented ability to discover and reach motivated customers at scale. Now more than ever, digital marketing strategies are the key for emerging brands, new and veteran entrepreneurs, and businesses of all sizes to convert customers in digital spaces.In Digital Marketing for Business 2023, the author distills a decade’s worth of marketing experience into a crash course that covers ever...

A feel-good romance. Sometimes true love can be found where you least expect it... Perfect for the fans of Mhairi McFarlene and Fiona Gibson.Thomas Clark is a wealthy aristocrat. Sandy Price was the girl next door. They grew up spending their summer holidays on the same country estate, but Sandy couldn't stand Thomas and he hasn't crossed her mind since.Years later, an unexpected turn of events brings Thomas back into her l...

Esta obra es una compilación de ejemplos sobre filología indomexicana, enfocada tanto a comunidades de hablantes como a aspectos gramaticales de distingas lenguas otopames que es un conjunto del otomí, mazahua, matlatzinca, pame y chichimeca jonaz. El texto busca abrir un diálogo sobre la aportación de la lingüística misionera, la etnohistoria, la epigrafía y la archivística para lograr una mejor compresión de los documentos históricos y los estados de lengua que registran.

La inspirada Epístola a los Hebreos dice: “Pero Cristo, habiendo ofrecido una vez para siempre un solo sacrificio por los pecados, se ha sentado a la diestra de Dios” (Heb. 10:12). ¡Esta es una declaración sensacional! No podemos leer estas veintidós palabras bajo la iluminación del Espíritu Santo, el estudio diligente y la meditación sin que nuestro corazón se conmueva ni nuestra alma ansíe adorar al Señor. ¡Señor, perdona nuestra falta de entusiasmo! Aquí, en veintidós palabras tenemos e...

In "Oregon and Eldorado; or, Romance of the Rivers," Thomas Bulfinch weaves a tapestry of adventure and exploration against the backdrop of the American West during the mid-19th century. Through a series of vivid narrative vignettes, Bulfinch captures the spirit of the Gold Rush era, bringing to life the trials and triumphs of those lured by the promise of prosperity in the untamed wilderness. His lyrical style harmonizes romantic idealism with historical accuracy, creating a compelling te...

The contributors to Cocaine analyze the contemporary production, transit, and consumption of cocaine throughout the Americas and the illicit economy's entanglement with local communities. Based on in-depth interviews and archival research, these essays examine how government agents, acting both within and outside the law, and criminal actors seek to manage the flow of illicit drugs to both maintain order and earn profits. Whether discussing the moral economy of coca cultivation in...

Showell's Dictionary of Birmingham is an engrossing compendium that invites readers into the burgeoning world of Birmingham during a time of significant cultural transition and historical development. The anthology boasts a rich tapestry of entries that range from terse factuality to eloquent anecdotes, presenting a vivid tableau of the city's life and history. Within its pages, one discovers a multiplicity of genres, styles, and voices, all converging to depict the cultural and industrial...

Child protection systems across the globe are developing at pace, each reflecting their unique economic, social, and cultural contexts.This book provides an overview of 11 child protection systems from low- and middle-income countries and discusses the formal and informal responses countries are making to the shared problem of child abuse and maltreatment. Within each chapter, vignettes give readers a window into how each country’s child protection system operates in practice....